Skip main navigation
Zillow

    • The Edison Apartments

    700 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23219

    Visit The Edison Apartments website
    Apartment building
    Studio-3 beds
    Pet-friendly
    In-unit washer

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
    , sortable column    		Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    A621
    Studio, 1 ba
    407
    Dec 20
    $1,041
    A408
    Studio, 1 ba
    424
    Jan 2
    $1,063
    403
    Studio, 1 ba
    Floor plan
    444
    Jan 24
    $1,258
    804
    1 bd, 1 ba
    640
    Jan 3
    $1,550
    A615
    1 bd, 1 ba
    495
    Now
    $1,577
    A404
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    863
    Now
    $1,667
    A304
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    863
    Now
    $1,696
    A303
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    877
    Now
    $1,752
    A401
    2 bd, 2 ba
    787
    Dec 5
    $1,771
    A410
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    767
    Now
    $1,817
    A605
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    867
    Now
    $1,827
    A310
    2 bd, 2 ba
    823
    Now
    $1,967
    A620
    3 bd, 2 ba
    977
    Now
    $2,100
    1403
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,038
    Now
    $2,346

    What's special

    Fitness center
    Hit the gym at home
    This building offers a fitness center. Less than 20% of buildings in Richmond have this feature.
    Historic high-rise
    Historic High-Rise Downtown Living! Welcome to The Edison Apartments, located in downtown Richmond, VA. Built in 1919 as the headquarters for VEPCO (now Dominion Energy), this elegant and historic high rise has been exquisitely transformed into 174 contemporary and unique apartment homes. It has been renamed The Edison to reflect its past history and charm. Located in the center of Richmond's Business/Financial District, The Edison's nearby landmarks include the VCU School of Medicine (MCV), State Capitol Building, The Carpenter Center, Center Stage, The National, and many more! Access to I-95, I-64, and the Downtown Expressway, along with shopping, dining, entertainment, outdoor activities, public transportation, and sightseeing are all within minutes of your new apartment home!
    Office hours
    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 5 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Business Center
    • Fitness Center: 24-Hour Fitness Center
    • Theater: Movie Theater
    Security
    • Controlled Access
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage Available
    • Guest Suite: Guest Suite Available
    • On-Site Maintenance
    • On-Site Management
    • Storage Space

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Washer: SS Appliances w/ W/D
    Flooring
    • Concrete: Concrete Floor
    • Hardwood
    Other
    • Interior
    • Island
    • Skylight
    • Terrace Large
    • Terrace Medium
    • Terrace Small

    Policies

    Parking
    • Garage: Attached Covered Parking Garage (Fees Apply)
    Lease terms
    • Available months 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
    Pet essentials
    Skip to the end of the carousel
    • DogsAllowed
      Number allowed2
      Weight limit (lbs.)50
      Monthly dog rent$70
      One-time dog fee$300
    • CatsAllowed
      Number allowed2
      Weight limit (lbs.)50
      Monthly cat rent$70
      One-time cat fee$300
    Skip to the beginning of the carousel
    Restrictions
    Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

    Special Features

    • 6th Floor Atrium
    • Close To Mcv And Vcu
    • Club Room With Coffee Bar
    • Clubroom
    • Gig Internet For $60/mo
    • Loft Apartment Options
    • Recycling
    • Trash Chutes
    • Yoga Room
    • Yoga Studio

    Neighborhood: Capitol District

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
     / 100
    Good Transit
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Richmond

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Edison Apartments?

    The Edison Apartments has a walk score of 91, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of The Edison Apartments?

    The Edison Apartments has a transit score of 64, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to The Edison Apartments?

    The schools assigned to The Edison Apartments include George W. Carver Elementary School, Albert Hill Middle School, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

    What neighborhood is The Edison Apartments in?

    The Edison Apartments is in the Capitol District neighborhood in Richmond, VA.

    What are The Edison Apartments's policies on pets?

    Cats are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 50lbs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $70 for cats. Dogs are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 50lbs. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $70 for dogs.

    Your dream apartment is waitingThree new units were recently added to this listing.